Subject	There is a specific charging system test that can be done
Posted by	ttsmokin on September 16, 2014 at 1:19 PM
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In Reply To	no underdrive crank pulley posted by Z32CheekiBreeki on September 15, 2014 at 11:04 PM
Message	You would need to take it to a shop who has the machine. When you load up the alternator heavily it is normal for the bearing noise to increase slightly. As far as checking belt tension, there are a few methods. You can buy a belt deflection gauge which will tell you with great accuracy. Or you can shoot for 1/4" deflection on the alternator belt, the FSM shows you where the deflection should occur. Some like the method of twisting the belt, it should not twist past 90*. Also an alternator rebuild shop should be able to bench test your alternator if you have it removed.
Follow Ups	Car bogs on electrical load? - Z32CheekiBreeki 22:44:54 09/14/14 Sounds like your alternator is (going) bad - -Grimm- 10:43:21 09/15/14 Do you have an underdrive crank pulley? - ttsmokin 14:06:37 09/15/14 no underdrive crank pulley - Z32CheekiBreeki 23:04:02 09/15/14 There is a specific charging system test that can be done - ttsmokin 13:19:53 09/16/14 Start simple - check all ground points - spicyZ 13:02:19 09/17/14
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